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So, if you\u2019ve decided you\u2019d like to remove the ivy from the bark of your trees, how do you go about doing so? There are several ways of dealing with this. But let\u2019s first take a closer look at when you should consider controlling ivy growing on your trees.<\/p>\n
Firstly, do so if the branch canopy becomes thin. Ivy tends to penetrate thin branches and tree canopies. The Fraxinus (ash) and Larix (arch) trees have a naturally thin, open crown. These trees are more susceptible to an ivy infestation and ivy growth should be controlled.<\/p>\n
Secondly, consider ivy control when it comes to older or more damaged trees. Ivy\u2019s thick leaves can hide cavities or areas of decay, while it can also add additional weight to the canopy that could affect the tree\u2019s stability. This is especially the case in windy weather.<\/p>\n
Lastly, and as mentioned above, keep your birch and acer tree barks free of ivy in order to showcase their beautiful stems and bark.<\/p>\n
Now, let\u2019s take a look at the various methods of controlling ivy growth on trees.<\/p>\n
The most natural way of dealing with ivy is to cut down the creeper at its base on the ground. This will leave you with some woody stumps that may require some additional digging. If the ivy\u2019s roots are entwined with the tree\u2019s roots, complete removal might be a laborious and even impossible task, and this method is unlikely to get rid of the ivy\u2019s root system for good.<\/p>\n
There are also chemical, man-made ways of dealing with ivy, but you should consider consulting a professional for the best chemical treatments.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n An often misunderstood creeper, ivy is not the bad guy that it has been made out to be. It does not compete with trees\u2019 root systems and, in fact, is an inviting habitat for wildlife. Ivy can only do damage to older, rotting and more vulnerable trees, and to healthy trees, once it grows on and through the tree\u2019s canopy, preventing photosynthesis from taking place effectively.<\/p>\n There are, however, both natural and man-made methods of controlling ivy\u2019s growth and proliferation and this is something you will need to consult a professional about, in order to have a complete and thorough solution that will help you deal with the ivy that\u2019s growing on your trees. With that being said, we hope you\u2019ll look at ivy in a more favourable light in the future and think twice before you remove it from your garden.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n Conclusion:<\/h2>\n
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